Adventure Cave Tours: Go Spelunking in Canmore, near Banff, in Rat’s Nest Cave
Explore Canada like you never have before on a one-of-a-kind spelunking adventure that will have you crawling, wiggling, and sliding through the infamous Rat’s Nest Cave.

Canmore Cave Tour Adventure
Your adventure begins with a short drive from Canmore to the cave parking lot. From there, you’ll hike for 30 minutes up a mountain trail to the cave entrance. Along the way, your guide will share with you some of the incredible history of the Bow Valley. You’ll learn about how caves are formed, the geologic history of the area, and discover some of our local fossils. Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and maybe even signs of a bear or a cougar.
Once you reach the cave entrance, your Canmore spelunking adventure will begin. You’ll rappel 18 metres (60ft) down a rope (with safety line backup) and then climb, crawl, and twist your way through water-worn passages. Your route through the cave may include “the Box”, the Five Way Chamber, the Laundry Chute, the Grand Gallery and finally the Grotto. This beautiful room is the lowest point on the tour, but also one of the highlights with its crystal clear pool and walls covered in stalactites and stalagmites.
Book your adventure today and go spelunking in Canmore, near Banff, for an unforgettable experience that you’ll be able to share with friends and families forever.
* No experience is necessary for the Canmore cave tour as full instruction is given by the guide.
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Sarah's Pick
"Climbing, crawling, squeezing and rappelling - if that sounds like fun to you, then you're going to love it!" - Sarah , Reservations Supervisor, Discover Banff Tours
The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:
4 hours underground
18m (60ft) rappel inside the cave
Laundry Chute
Grotto Pool
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Sarah's Pick
"Climbing, crawling, squeezing and rappelling - if that sounds like fun to you, then you're going to love it!" - Sarah , Reservations Supervisor, Discover Banff Tours
Please note that guests will then drive to the cave from the office. If do not have your own vehicle a taxi can be arranged to take you at an additional cost.
Bats are rarely seen at Rat’s Nest Cave. The cave is not a hibernaculum (a place where bats hibernate through the winter). The occasional bat is seen in the summer as they are passing through the area.
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Sarah's Pick
"Climbing, crawling, squeezing and rappelling - if that sounds like fun to you, then you're going to love it!" - Sarah , Reservations Supervisor, Discover Banff Tours
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Sarah's Pick
"Climbing, crawling, squeezing and rappelling - if that sounds like fun to you, then you're going to love it!" - Sarah , Reservations Supervisor, Discover Banff Tours
- The minimum age for this tour is 12 years old.
- This tour is physically demanding and is directed at physically fit individuals.
- Fitness is more of a concern than size, however all participants must wear a safety harness which has a maximum waist size of 46″ (116 cm) and a maximum leg size of 33″ (84 cm).
- All participants will need to complete a liability waiver. Any minors must have their waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian before participating on the tour.
- Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
- Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 2 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
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